Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverview Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Determined to Be Remarkable!
School Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1201 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
50%
24%
Black
28%
32%
White
12%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Baltimore County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview Elementary School's ranking?
Riverview Elementary School is ranked #1201 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Riverview Elementary School?
552 students attend Riverview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Riverview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview Elementary School?
Riverview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverview Elementary School offer ?
Riverview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverview Elementary School part of?
Riverview Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverview Elementary School located?
Riverview Elementary School is located in the Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands neighborhood of Halethorpe, MD. There are 4 other public schools located in Lansdowne Baltimore Highlands.
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